Civil Engineer Jobs in Kansas

A Civil Engineer is an integral part of the engineering industry, responsible for designing, constructing, and overseeing the maintenance of infrastructure projects like roads, bridges, buildings, water supply systems, and wastewater treatment plants. They perform various tasks such as conducting feasibility studies, developing detailed plans, estimating costs, and ensuring that projects comply with legal requirements and environmental guidelines. A Civil Engineer also plays a crucial role in making decisions on issues like traffic flow, water resource use, and urban development.

Important skills for a Civil Engineer include strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in using specialized software for designing and modeling infrastructure systems. They should also have excellent communication skills to effectively present their ideas and negotiate with clients and other professionals. The essential certifications for a Civil Engineer include a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a Professional Engineer (PE) license which requires a degree from an ABET-accredited program, four years of relevant work experience, and passing scores on two exams. Prior to becoming a Civil Engineer, individuals might work as a Civil Engineering Intern, Engineering Technician, or Junior Civil Engineer to gain practical experience and technical skills in the field.

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Civil Design Engineer Project Manager

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Junction City, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Junction City, KS
  • 1 day ago

Engineering, Professional Engineering License Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil3D EIT is required, PE is highly preferred 3+ years experience managing projects Experience in municipal engineering policy and...

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Deputy Director of Public Works/City Engineer

  • CPS HR Consulting (Client Recruitments)
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 2 days ago

The City of Manhattan is seeking a Deputy Director of Public Works/City Engineer. Reporting to the Director of Public Works, the Deputy Director/City Engineer is a senior leader responsible for...

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Civil Design Engineer

  • Quanta
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 6 days ago

Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microstation Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams Ability to work with moderate supervision and maximum efficiency in a small...

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Senior Fire Protection Engineer

  • DLR Group
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 18 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 18 days ago

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of...

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Mid-Level Civil Engineer - Kiewit Power Engineering

  • Kiewit
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 21 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 21 days ago

Qualifications A minimum of 3 years proven civil engineering design experience in this or comparable industries....

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Civil (Design) Engineer (Data Centers)

  • Jacobs
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 30+ days ago

aspects of medium to large scale industrial developments Demonstrated experience with all design modules of AutoCAD Civil 3D Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical, problem-solving...

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Licensed Transportation Engineer - Roadway

  • Olsson Associates
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Experience with MicroStation Open Roads Designer or AutoCAD Civil 3D. Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Kansas, or the ability to obtain within six months....

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Structural Analysis Engineer (Associate, Mid-level, or Senior)

  • Spirit AeroSystems
  • Wichita, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Overview This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit’s Commercial Business Units (“Spirit Commercial”). Spirit Commercial designs...

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Deputy Director of Public Works/City Engineer

  • The City of Manhattan
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 45+ days ago

Job Type Full-time Description The City of Manhattan has contracted with CPS HR Consulting for executive services to manage the recruitment of our Deputy Director of Public Works/City Engineer....

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Entry-Level Bridge Engineer

  • Olsson Associates
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 60+ days ago

Familiarity with MicroStation and AutoCAD Civil 3D, a plus....

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NIAR CONSULTANT - Design Engineer - Structure and Systems

  • Wichita State University
  • Wichita, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 60+ days ago

NIAR CONSULTANT - Design Engineer - Structure and Systems 498547 Aviation Temporary Add to favorites View favorites Department: NIAR Engineering Design and Modification Team Campus Location: Wichita...

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Structural Analysis Engineer

  • Boeing
  • Wichita, KS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 90+ days ago

Required Qualifications: Bachelors of Science Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Structural Engineering or other related course of study obtained from an...

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Mid-Level Civil Designer - Kiewit Power Engineering

  • Kiewit
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 90+ days ago

Requisition ID: 179190 Job Level: Mid Level Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering Department: Drafting & Design Market: Power Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview Does the chance...

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Demographic Data for Kansas

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Civil Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Project Management for Civil Engineers
This course introduces learners to the essential principles of project management, beginning with the definition of a project, its objectives, and the diverse types found across various...
Civil War
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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Kansas

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Civil Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in Kansas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.7%
Master's Degree
30.0%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
High School or GED
2.3%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Civil Engineers in Kansas
4-6 years
28.6%
2-4 years
23.8%
None
23.8%
1-2 years
14.3%
6-8 years
4.8%
Less than 1 year
4.8%



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